Dalipay (en. Joy)

/da-li-pay/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of happiness or joy.
Her joy was evident in her eyes.
Ang kanyang dalipay ay kitang-kita sa kanyang mga mata.
A feeling of pleasure resulting from a positive experience.
The joy she felt was a result of the success of her project.
Ang dalipay na kanyang naramdaman ay bunga ng tagumpay sa kanyang proyekto.
Being happy or lively.
The joy of the children while playing is infectious.
Ang dalipay ng mga bata habang naglalaro ay nakakahawa.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'dalip' which means happy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Happy in Joy
Expressing happiness.
Masaya sa Dalipay
Feeling of Joy
Feeling of happiness.
Damdamin ng Dalipay

Related Words

smile
A form of expressing joy or happiness on the face.
ngiti
social happiness
Happiness derived from interacting with others.
kasiyahang panlipunan

Slang Meanings

Happy or lively
The people at the party are so lively!
Ang mga tao sa party ay sobrang dalipay!
Fun or amusement
Here in our place, it's always just fun.
Dito sa lugar namin, puro dalipay lang lagi.
Companion in joy
Join us, we will spread happiness!
Sama ka sa amin, magkakadalan tayo ng dalipay!